10 Questions
What was the initial hope of the family before the baby's arrival?
They hoped for a baby boy
How does the protagonist initially react to his parents' disappointment?
He remains completely oblivious
Why are the visitors' comments hurtful to the family?
They bring up the gender disappointment
What adds chaos to the household after the birth of the baby?
A blackout in the neighborhood
How do the protagonist and his sister contribute after the baby's arrival?
They take on household responsibilities and care for the baby
The protagonist is aware of the disappointment of his parents over not having a boy from the beginning.
False
The family welcomes a baby boy instead of a girl.
False
The mother is very responsive to the chaos in the house after giving birth.
False
The protagonist and his sister struggle to manage household tasks after the baby's arrival.
True
Visitors' comments about the gender disappointment are uplifting for the family.
False
Study Notes
- Father paces nervously in the living room while the family waits for news from the bedroom where the mother is giving birth.
- The family welcomes a baby girl, bringing joy despite the initial hope for a boy.
- The protagonist is initially oblivious to the disappointment of his parents over not having a boy, but later realizes their sadness.
- Visitors come to congratulate the family on the new baby, but their comments about the gender disappointment are hurtful.
- The protagonist and his sister take on household responsibilities in caring for the new baby and managing the household chores.
- The family experiences a blackout, adding to the chaos with the younger siblings getting into a fight and breaking a glass.
- The mother, still recovering from childbirth, remains withdrawn and unresponsive to the chaos in the house.
- The protagonist and his sister struggle to manage the household tasks and care for the baby while hoping for their mother's recovery.
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